Sun's Rotation and Shadows

Sun's Rotation and Shadows

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Flashcard

Science

5th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main reason the sun appears to move across the sky?

Back

The sun appears to move across the sky due to Earth's rotation on its axis.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What time of day is it when shadows are the longest?

Back

Shadows are longest in the early morning and late afternoon.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How long does it take for the Earth to complete one full rotation on its axis?

Back

It takes 24 hours for the Earth to complete one full rotation.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the path the sun takes across the sky during the day?

Back

The sun's path is called the solar arc.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to shadows as the sun rises in the morning?

Back

As the sun rises, shadows become shorter.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the position of the sun at noon?

Back

At noon, the sun is at its highest point in the sky.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the effect of Earth's tilt on the length of shadows?

Back

Earth's tilt affects the angle of sunlight, which changes the length of shadows throughout the year.

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